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Cheapest round-trip
$494
Typical prices: $515-$708
Jetstar, TransNusa
Tue 12/25Wed 1/10
HKT - MEL • Non-stop
Cheapest non-stop
$551
Typical prices: $507-$672
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Tue 12/25Wed 1/10
HKT - MEL • Non-stop
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You can fly direct with Jetstar. Average duration is 8h 30m
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Most punctual • 72% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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Cheapest • 30% price drop
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Cheapest • Avg $469 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 11h 47m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Phuket City to Melbourne (HKT-MEL)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Phuket City to Melbourne

Sun, Dec 27 - Sun, Jan 10
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9:45 pm - 10:15 amHKT  Phuket City-MEL Melbourne
8h 30mnonstop
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10:35 pm - 7:20 pmMEL  Melbourne-HKT Phuket City
24h 45m1 stop Singapore Changi
$537Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 26 - Sun, Jan 10
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10:15 pm - 10:45 amHKT  Phuket City-MEL Melbourne
8h 30mnonstop
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10:35 pm - 1:05 pmMEL  Melbourne-HKT Phuket City
18h 30m1 stop Singapore Changi
$537Multiple Airlines
Sat, Dec 26 - Sun, Jan 10
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3:05 pm - 9:20 pmHKT  Phuket City-MEL Melbourne
26h 15m1 stop Singapore Changi
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1:25 pm - 7:20 pmMEL  Melbourne-HKT Phuket City
33h 55m1 stop Singapore Changi
$542Scoot
Sun, Dec 27 - Sun, Jan 10
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9:45 pm - 10:15 amHKT  Phuket City-MEL Melbourne
8h 30mnonstop
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3:15 pm - 8:05 pmMEL  Melbourne-HKT Phuket City
8h 50mnonstop
$554Jetstar
Sat, Dec 26 - Sun, Jan 10
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10:15 pm - 10:45 amHKT  Phuket City-MEL Melbourne
8h 30mnonstop
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3:15 pm - 8:05 pmMEL  Melbourne-HKT Phuket City
8h 50mnonstop
$561Jetstar
Sun, Dec 27 - Sun, Jan 10
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9:45 pm - 10:15 amHKT  Phuket City-MEL Melbourne
8h 30mnonstop
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4:00 pm - 8:20 amMEL  Melbourne-HKT Phuket City
20h 20m2 stops Denpasar Bali Ngurah Rai Kuala Lumpur Intl
$578Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 17 - Fri, Nov 20
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9:45 pm - 10:15 amHKT  Phuket City-MEL Melbourne
8h 30mnonstop
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3:15 pm - 8:05 pmMEL  Melbourne-HKT Phuket City
8h 50mnonstop
$835Jetstar
Fri, Dec 25 - Sun, Jan 10
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12:05 am - 11:50 pmHKT  Phuket City-MEL Melbourne
19h 45m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
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12:00 pm - 6:15 pmMEL  Melbourne-HKT Phuket City
34h 15m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Kunming Changshui
$854China Eastern
Sat, Dec 26 - Sun, Jan 10
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12:05 am - 11:50 pmHKT  Phuket City-MEL Melbourne
19h 45m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
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12:00 pm - 6:15 pmMEL  Melbourne-HKT Phuket City
34h 15m2 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Kunming Changshui
$854China Eastern
Sat, Dec 26 - Sun, Jan 10
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12:05 am - 11:00 amHKT  Phuket City-MEL Melbourne
30h 55m3 stops Shanghai Pu Dong Xi'an Xianyang Nanjing Lukou Intl
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10:30 pm - 10:45 pmMEL  Melbourne-HKT Phuket City
28h 15m1 stop Shanghai Pu Dong
$863China Eastern
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Price, demand and travel trends for Phuket City to Melbourne Airport flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Phuket City to Melbourne Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Saturday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Phuket City to Melbourne Airport. It’s 30% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 54% higher.

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Evie Carrick

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Evie Carrick is a writer and editor who has lived in five countries and traveled to over 50, with extensive experience flying around the world. She was born in Colorado, but has spent time flying to both coasts to visit family. She writes regularly for Travel + Leisure, BuzzFeed, and SKI and recently published seven travel journals with Simon & Schuster.

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Ramsey Qubein

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Key details for Phuket City to Melbourne Airport flights

Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$221
Beat the crowds with an average 59% drop in travelers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 54% increase in travelers.
One-way flight from Phuket City to Melbourne Airport

When to book flights from Phuket City to Melbourne

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Phuket City to Melbourne based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Phuket City to Melbourne Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking tips.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Phuket City to Melbourne Airport?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Phuket City to Melbourne Airport:

    • Earliest: departs at 9:45 pm and lands at 6:15 am
    • Latest: departs at 10:15 pm and lands at 6:45 am.

    The flight takes about 8h 30m.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Phuket City to Melbourne Airport?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Phuket City to Melbourne Airport:

    • Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Phuket City to Melbourne Airport?

    A nonstop flight from Phuket City to Melbourne Airport takes 8h 30m, covering 4,355 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Phuket City to Melbourne Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Phuket City to Melbourne Airport flight?

    Round-trip flights from Phuket City to Melbourne Airport range from $515 to $708, with an average of $598 over the past 12 months. Anything below $515 counts as a good deal.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Phuket City to Melbourne Airport?

    On this route, layover flights are cheaper than nonstop options on average. Layover fares average $469 round-trip via Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU), compared to $583 for nonstop.

  • How does on-time performance compare across airlines flying from Phuket City to Melbourne Airport?

    Jetstar is the only airline operating Phuket City to Melbourne Airport flights. 72% of its flights are on time.

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Phuket City to Melbourne Airport?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $41–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Phuket City to Melbourne Airport?

    The Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Jetstar and Qantas Airways. Other aircraft seen on the route include Airbus A350-900 variants.

  • How are flight departures from Phuket City to Melbourne Airport spread across the day?

    Night is the busiest departure period on Phuket City to Melbourne Airport flights, with 100% of flights leaving in that window. Morning departures account for 0%, afternoon flights for 0%, and evening flights for 0%.

  • Have flight prices from Phuket City to Melbourne Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $494 to $2,697. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Phuket City to Melbourne Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Phuket City to Melbourne Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $237, which is 35% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car rental options are available at Melbourne Airport (MEL)?

    Melbourne Airport (MEL) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $42 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Bargain Car Rentals
    • East Coast Car Rentals
    • EverythingFleet
    • Ace Rental Cars
    • Simba Car Hire

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Phuket City to Melbourne Airport?

    Flights from Phuket City to Melbourne Airport usually depart from Phuket City (HKT) and arrive at Melbourne (MEL).

  • What time of day has the fewest delays on flights from Phuket City to Melbourne Airport?

    Afternoon flights have the fewest delays on this route, while evening departures tend to have the most.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Phuket City to Melbourne Airport?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Phuket City to Melbourne Airport route, 28% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 2h 48m.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Phuket City to Melbourne Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Phuket City to Melbourne Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) - 50% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) - 30% of one-stop connections
    • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) - 10% of one-stop connections
    • Chengdu Tianfu Intl (TFU) - 10% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Phuket City to Melbourne Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 55% on flights from Phuket City to Melbourne Airport. Saturday is the cheapest departure day at $421 round-trip on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at $923, a difference of $502.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • What airlines fly from Phuket City to Melbourne Airport?

    Only Jetstar operates flights between Phuket City and Melbourne Airport.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Phuket City to Melbourne Airport?

    Flying via Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 11h 47m, compared with 12h 02m via Bangkok Suvarnabhumi (BKK) and 13h 06m via Singapore Changi (SIN).

  • What is the time difference between Phuket City and Melbourne Airport?

    Melbourne Airport is 4 hours ahead of Phuket City (Eastern Australia Time vs Indochina Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Melbourne Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Melbourne Airport are Marvel Stadium, Melbourne Cricket Ground and Crown Casino. These are among the most viewed places in Melbourne Airport on KAYAK.

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Phuket City to Melbourne Airport flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • Jetstar: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Qantas Airways: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so always check the fare details before booking.

Your guide to booking Phuket City to Melbourne Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Saturday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Saturday flights average $421, about $502 less than Wednesday fares (54% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Phuket City to Melbourne Airport trip for September. Fares historically average $421 round-trip in that month - typically $502 less than the most expensive month, which is July (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you have the time, taking a 1-stop flight through Chengdu Tianfu Intl Airport (TFU) can be cheaper than flying direct. The cheapest layover option averages $469 round-trip on this route - about $113 less than direct flights (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Melbourne Airport.

    • Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport By IHG

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Phuket City to Melbourne

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Melbourne to Phuket City

Tuesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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